Essential Oils and Hay Fever

With all the pollen in the air, let's talk about how essential oils can help with hay fever symptoms. (These suggestions may also help if you are sensitive to animal hair, feathers or dust mites.)

Young Living Single Oils:

Fennel

German or Roman Chamomile

Lavender

Ocotea

Eucalyptus Blue

Peppermint

Wintergreen

Young Living Blends:

Di-Gize

Harmony

Valor

Juva Cleanse

R.C.

Raven

Breathe Again

Usage:

Diffuse your choice of oils for a 1/2 hour every 2 hours or as desired. At night, set the timer on your diffuser.

No diffuser? Put 2-3 drops in your hands and rub them together, cup your hands over your nose and inhale as needed. Or put 2-3 drops on a cotton ball and place in an air vent in your house, car or hotel room.

You may also apply oils topically, avoiding the eye areas. Oils can always be applied to the soles of the feet, and will travel through the body within 20 minutes; using the Vita-Flex method can enhance the results.

Please contact me for more information or to determine the best oils for your needs.

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Cary, NC 27511

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March Madness

If you live in my area (Raleigh, NC), I don't have to explain "March Madness" to you. We are serious about ACC basketball, and everyone has a favorite team. (Go Wolfpack!!) The ACC tournament starts today and the Madness will continue until the NCAA has a winner.

However, for me, the madness began earlier, with one challenge after another. Car problems – yes, plural; clients who missed appointments; the loss of a very dear friend; and feeling so far behind that I just couldn't catch up. Thankfully, I had a wonderful, relaxed week in Sedona the last week of February to "power up."

Times like these are when I especially turn to Young Living essential oils. I not only use them myself, but I give them away like candy on Halloween since everyone around me is also dealing with their own stressful situations.

Don't underestimate their power. To calm frazzled nerves, try Peace & Calming, Tranquil, or Stress Away blends. Or try Lavender (the Old Faithful) for whatever ails you. Valor is good to use every day to restore a sense of balance. I've even pulled out some old friends I haven’t used in a while: Grounding, Hope, Harmony and Motivation, all of which helped me overcome feelings of being overwhelmed.

Some of the madness should calm down after this Sunday, when Mercury turns direct (yea!). Until then, I will keep "anointing" myself and everyone else with whatever it takes! 

Joyce Phelps Stephens, NCLMBT #2272

110 Iowa Lane, Suite 201

Cary, NC 27511

919-270-5868

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Happy Valentine's Day!

February is the perfect time to discuss essential oils and blends that can enhance your romantic life.

Two of my favorite Young Living blends to promote romantic feelings are Sensation and Joy. Sensation blends Ylang Ylang, Rosewood, and Jasmine; Joy contains these oils plus a few others, including Rose. Use as perfume, diffuse, or add to bath water.

Aromas such as Rose and Jasmine have been used for thousands of years to attract the opposite sex and to create a romantic atmosphere. Modern research shows that the emotional center of the brain responds to some essential oils, which may explain their potential to help overcome issues such as impotence or frigidity. For these specific conditions, try:

Impotence: Ylang Ylang, Goldenrod, Jasmine, Myrrh, and Frankincense. Inhale, add to baths, or apply topically (avoiding sensitive skin areas). You may also want to try Young Living supplements such as EndoGize and Prostate Health.

Frigidity: Lemongrass, Jasmine, Rose, Frankincense, Geranium, Ylang Ylang, and Clary Sage. Or try these blends: Joy, Sensation, Valor, and Lady Sclareol. Inhale, diffuse, or add to baths.

I hope you enjoy exploring Young Living essential oils and blends for a unique experience! 

Joyce Phelps Stephens, NCLMBT #2272

110 Iowa Lane, Suite 201

Cary, NC 27511

919-270-5868

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Young Living Essential Oils and Blends for Dancers!

Two of my passions are Young Living Essential Oils and ballroom dancing.  Below I share with you how I combine the two by using essential oils to remedy some common dancing issues.

           

FOR…	TRY…
Blisters	Single: Lemon Oil
At the first sign of a blister or foot irritation, apply lemon oil.  Very helpful when breaking in new shoes.
Pain, Injuries	Blends: Aroma Siez, PanAway, Deep Relief, Relieve It Singles: Copaiba, Helichrysum, Idaho Tansy, Wintergreen
I like to use PanAway on my feet after a long dance session.  Apply and then pull on some white socks; your feet will feel great the next morning.
Concentration	Blends: Believe, Clarity, Brain Power, Surrender Singles: Rosemary, Basil
Try these when learning new steps or routines and before private lessons.
Courage	Blend: Valor
Great before performing and competitions!
Calming Nerves	Blends: Tranquil, Stress Away, Peace & Calming Single: Lavender
Energy	Blend: En-R-Gee Single: Peppermint
Both will really give you an energy boost. Incorporating essential oils into your dance routine will really make a difference in how you feel…give it a try and let me know how oils have helped you be a better dancer.

Joyce Phelps Stephens, NCLMBT #2272

110 Iowa Lane, Suite 201

Cary, NC 27511

919-270-5868

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Aromatherapy: Beat Holiday Stress!

During the holidays many of us experience more stress than usual, so this seemed like an appropriate topic for this month's blog. No matter how organized you are, there are so many things to do: decorating; gift shopping and wrapping; baking; sending out cards; cleaning the house; preparing for guests and/or parties; attending parties…yikes!

Besides asking for help when you need it (and remembering no one is perfect), use aromatherapy when you feel overwhelmed. There are many Young Living essential oils and blends to relieve stress – and a few that can give you an energy boost when you need it.

For stress, some of my favorite single essential oils are Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Neroli, Cedarwood, Valerian, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Orange, Frankincense, and Ylang Ylang. Blends to try include Valor, Peace and Calming, Harmony, and RutaVala.

When you need an energy boost with no side effects, try Basil, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary, and the blends Brain Power, Clarity, En-R-Gee, and Motivation.

You may also want to strengthen your immune system with nutritional supplements, including Super B, Super C, and MegaCal. I also step up my daily dose of NingXia Red and MultiGreens as needed!

I hope these suggestions help you enjoy the true spirit of the holidays. Please contact me if you have any questions or to find the right essential oil or supplement for you.

Wishing you Happy and Safe Holidays!

Joyce Phelps Stephens, NCLMBT #2272

110 Iowa Lane, Suite 201

Cary, NC 27511

919-270-5868

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Aromatherapy for the Cold & Flu Season

Essential oils are a powerful weapon during the cold and flu season. Many oils are anti-viral, so they’re actually effective against these common viruses (as opposed to antibiotics, which only help with bacteria).

As always, prevention is the best treatment. Diffusing essential oils and blends – including Thieves, Purification, R.C., Raven and Sacred Mountain – is very effective for killing germs in your home or office.

Here is my germ-fighting strategy, which I begin at the first sign of trouble:

• Begin taking Inner Defense capsules, 3-4 per day;
• Add 2-3 packages of Emergen-C per day;
• Apply a few drops of Thieves and/or Purification essential oil blends to my feet – and also diffuse these into the air; and
• Increase my daily NingXia Red superfruit supplement from 1 ounce to 2-4 ounces per day.

If you are already sick, Thieves Spray and lozenges are great for a sore throat. For stuffiness and congestion, try Breathe Again or R.C.

ImmuPro chewable tablets support the body's natural immune system defenses, making it a great supplement to have on hand.

In addition, getting regular Raindrop Treatments and lymphatic massages keeps your immune system working its best, making it much easier to ward off germs when faced with exposure.

What an arsenal – and I have only mentioned a few suggestions! Many single essential oils are also very effective. And, no side effects! For more information, please contact me.

(Note: All products except Emergen-C are from Young Living Essential Oils.)

Joyce Phelps Stephens, NCLMBT #2272

110 Iowa Lane, Suite 201

Cary, NC 27511

919-270-5868

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